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The Evergreen State College

Olympia, WA · Public · Midsize suburb · Website

The Evergreen State College campus
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Admission rate
96%
Open
Average net price
$25,154
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
38%
Median earnings
$48,982
10 years after enrolling

Summary

The Evergreen State College is a public college in Olympia, WA with 2,160 undergraduates. It admits 96% of applicants, and admitted students average 1216 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $25,154 per year ($23,091 for families earning under $30,000). 38% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $48,982 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
96%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,443
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,403
Fall 2023
Yield
26%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing540–663
200800
SAT Math495–590
200800
ACT Composite23–29
136

What The Evergreen State College looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$30,051
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$9,537
Out-of-state tuition
$32,925

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$23,091
  • $30–48k$23,396
  • $48–75k$24,064
  • $75–110k$29,220
  • $110k+$29,787

Get a personal estimate with The Evergreen State College's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
38%
Freshman retention
70%
Median earnings
$48,982
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$19,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,160
Student–faculty ratio
17:1
Receive Pell grants
47%
  • White56%
  • Hispanic15%
  • Black7%
  • Asian2%

The Evergreen State College FAQ

What is The Evergreen State College's acceptance rate?+

The Evergreen State College admits 96% of applicants, which makes it open.

What SAT score do you need for The Evergreen State College?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 540–663 on SAT Reading and Writing and 495–590 on SAT Math; the average total is 1216.

What ACT score do you need for The Evergreen State College?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 23–29.

Is The Evergreen State College test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to The Evergreen State College?+

In Fall 2023, 1,443 students applied to The Evergreen State College and 1,403 were admitted; 364 enrolled.

Does The Evergreen State College consider legacy status?+

No. The Evergreen State College reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does The Evergreen State College require an essay?+

The Evergreen State College reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does The Evergreen State College cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $30,051 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,154.

What is The Evergreen State College's graduation rate?+

38% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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